The situation in the Middle East took an unexpected turn following diplomatic intervention by Oman. According to mediator reports, Tehran has agreed to the elimination of its enriched uranium stockpiles. This information emerged just hours after sharp remarks from President Donald Trump, who expressed deep dissatisfaction with the progress of talks and openly admitted he was considering the use of military force against Iran's nuclear program.

Iran Agrees to Uranium Dismantling

Mediators from Oman reported that Tehran has accepted terms regarding the elimination of enriched nuclear fuel stockpiles.

Trump Threatens Use of Force

The US President expressed dissatisfaction with the pace of talks and stated that the military option is being considered.

IAEA Demands Access to Isfahan

The Agency is demanding urgent inspection of nuclear facilities due to suspicious activity in the region.

Diplomat Evacuation from Israel

The US authorized the evacuation of diplomatic staff families from posts in Israel due to rising tensions.

Tensions in Washington-Tehran relations reached a turning point in late February 2026. Donald Trump, in a series of speeches, publicly criticized the stance of Iranian negotiators, stating they "are not uttering the key words." The American president admitted that while he does not seek open conflict, military force remains an essential tool in foreign policy. This statement, combined with the authorization to evacuate diplomatic staff families from Israel, triggered an immediate international reaction and put the Middle East on high alert. For decades, Oman has played the role of a key mediator between the US and Iran, possessing the unique status of a neutral state that hosted secret talks leading to the 2015 nuclear agreement. Simultaneously, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) increased pressure on Tehran, demanding immediate access to the facility in Isfahan. Faced with the growing threat of attack, Omani diplomacy stepped in. The Omani Foreign Minister, after meeting with Vice President JD Vance, announced optimistic news: "peace is within reach." According to Omani sources, Iran expressed readiness to dismantle its enriched uranium stockpiles, which would constitute the most significant concession from the Islamic Republic in years. „I'm not happy with the way they're negotiating. I don't want to use the military, but sometimes you have to.” — Donald Trump Despite these optimistic signals, the Washington administration remains cautious. Donald Trump emphasized that he has not yet made a final decision regarding further steps, and the future of the agreement depends on Iran's concrete actions, not just declarations. The situation is complicated by internal friction within the American cabinet and the planned visit of Marco Rubio to Israel, aimed at coordinating actions with Benjamin Netanyahu's government. The commodities market, while calmed by reports of a settlement, remains unstable due to record gold purchases by central banks and the risk of escalation in the region.

Mentioned People

  • Donald Trump — US President criticizing progress in negotiations with Iran.
  • JD Vance — US Vice President who met with Omani representatives.
  • Marco Rubio — US Secretary of State planning a visit to Israel.